Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
B10 · Birmingham
532
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
DY11 · Worcestershire
401
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Kidderminster has less crime — 401 vs 532 incidents in March 2026.
Birmingham saw somewhat more crime than Kidderminster in March 2026 (532 vs 401 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Birmingham sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (67) and Criminal damage & arson (41), while Kidderminster has more Anti-social behaviour (54) and Shoplifting (53). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Kidderminster recorded fewer crimes than Birmingham — 401 vs 532 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Birmingham is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Birmingham saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Kidderminster had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Kidderminster recorded fewer total crimes (401 vs 532).